1957 Ferrari 212 vs. 1964 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1964 Volvo P 1800 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 212. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 212 would be higher. At 2,562 cc (12 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 212 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 212 (163 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1964 Volvo P 1800. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 212 should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Volvo P 1800 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 212.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 212 | 1964 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 212 | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2562 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 159 L | 45 L |
